PAINTING THE LOGO

The need for translucency plus opacity has posed many logistical issues with this commission. The translucent silk screen with the logo will be seen against a dark background when the screen is 'closed' over the entertainment unit, and against a window when it is slid 'open'. The stitching shows up against the window but not against the solid background. I decided to go to the trusty teabag again to resolve the issue, so I made a STRONG cup of tea and painted in the logo with a fine brush. I'm happy so far, but it's still a 'work in progress'.

JEWELLERY

I am going to Brisbane tomorrow to take some jewellery to a gallery I found in Fortitude Valley.  I love the selection I am taking - my favourite wabi sabi series. They were in the Noosa Regional Gallery shop and were selling well until I was swamped by some fabulous competition! Time for a new outlet. It is always hard 'putting yourself out there' as an artist.

These earrings are made with teabag tissue, watch parts, freshwater pearls and silver plated wire and beads. I rarely use sterling silver because I want my jewellery to be affordable and not too 'precious'.

The neckpieces are made from antique barbed wire, hand fabricated rusty wire, 'Picasso' stone, dyed teabag and silverplated findings and stainless steel wires.